Strong’s H7908

שְׁכוֹל

Part of speech

Noun Masculine

Transliteration

shkowl

Pronunciation

sheh-KOHL

Definition

Bereavement, loss, childlessness

Meaning

bereavement

Usage

The Hebrew word "shekol" primarily refers to the state of being bereaved, particularly in the context of losing children. It conveys a deep sense of loss and mourning, often associated with the profound grief experienced by parents who have lost a child. The term can also extend to a broader sense of loss or deprivation.

Bible references

Psalm 35:12;Isaiah 47:8;Isaiah 47:9